1960 Austin A 40 vs. 2004 Bentley Arnage
To start off, 2004 Bentley Arnage is newer by 44 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Austin A 40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Austin A 40 would be higher. At 6,752 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Bentley Arnage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Bentley Arnage (401 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 367 more horse power than 1960 Austin A 40. (34 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Bentley Arnage should accelerate faster than 1960 Austin A 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Bentley Arnage weights approximately 1895 kg more than 1960 Austin A 40. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2004 Bentley Arnage (835 Nm) has 767 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Austin A 40. (68 Nm). This means 2004 Bentley Arnage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Austin A 40.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 Austin A 40 | 2004 Bentley Arnage | |
| Make | Austin | Bentley |
| Model | A 40 | Arnage |
| Year Released | 1960 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 997 cc | 6752 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 34 HP | 401 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 68 Nm | 835 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 62.9 mm | 104 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76.2 mm | 99 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.3:1 | 7.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 760 kg | 2655 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3670 mm | 5650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1940 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2130 mm | 3370 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 26 L | 100 L |
